The mirrors on my 2017 RT are too low for me to see without shifting my head down. I would like to add some mirrors that are higher than the handle bars. Has anyone done this?
The mirrors on my 2017 RT are too low for me to see without shifting my head down. I would like to add some mirrors that are higher than the handle bars. Has anyone done this?
Adjusting doesn't cut it, I take it.
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2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
The mirrors on my 2017 RT are too low for me to see without shifting my head down. I would like to add some mirrors that are higher than the handle bars. Has anyone done this?
Not that this is a replacement, but maybe in addition to the mirrors on the bike: http://amzn.to/2nOsm4E
There are those bar mounted mirrors they are using on the F3's that could be used/adapted. There are bar end mirrors that could help you as well. there is also those 180° center mounted mirrors...
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I had one. It let me see my armpits; of course I had up and outs installed with the stock mirrors. But, to be fair, I had a GS, and know nothing of RT's.
I think that PMK figured out some alternate mirrors for his RT...
PM him!
Yes I have, but all the mounting parts were handmade one offs.
I made the change to open up the front veiw to be more moto and less obstructing the front wheels. In the process, the mirrors I used have built in rear turn signals.
The other issue that always bothered me was the mirrors had play. Even with new clips and more they were never a so,id mount. The recent magnet mount kits had me consider going back to stock, but I realized during a ride, I prefer the more open veiw.
Yes, my mirrors are similar in height to oem. I never needed to test them to the extreme adjustments, but I di beleive the mirrors will tilt more in a vertical plane than stock. Horizontally they are easily more than stock.
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
Farkles - DIY Trunk Break Light, HMT Break Light, DIY Mirror Turn Signal Lights, DIY Bluetooth Dongle, DIY iPod Setup, DIY Alarm System Install, Show Chrome front fender / rear saddle bag lights, 4th break light around the trunk, Vented Windshield, Baja Ron Sway Bar, DIY GPS setup, Smooth Spyder, BRP Chrome Mirrors, Adjustable deflectors, Triaxis handlebars, NVB Pegs, Bad Boy Airhorn... More to come
Well if cheap is the deal, this is all I can come up with.
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
Farkles - DIY Trunk Break Light, HMT Break Light, DIY Mirror Turn Signal Lights, DIY Bluetooth Dongle, DIY iPod Setup, DIY Alarm System Install, Show Chrome front fender / rear saddle bag lights, 4th break light around the trunk, Vented Windshield, Baja Ron Sway Bar, DIY GPS setup, Smooth Spyder, BRP Chrome Mirrors, Adjustable deflectors, Triaxis handlebars, NVB Pegs, Bad Boy Airhorn... More to come
[QUOTE=SpyderSteveFL;1239934]PMK can reply but his replacement mirrors are in same location, so wouldn't affect height. How about THIS? I've been thinking of getting myself.
They are great for seeing what is in your blind spot but they don't replace your regular mirrors.
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Do you have these or is this a web site photo? I would think vibration would be a problem. The windshield vibrates quite a bit.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
Farkles - DIY Trunk Break Light, HMT Break Light, DIY Mirror Turn Signal Lights, DIY Bluetooth Dongle, DIY iPod Setup, DIY Alarm System Install, Show Chrome front fender / rear saddle bag lights, 4th break light around the trunk, Vented Windshield, Baja Ron Sway Bar, DIY GPS setup, Smooth Spyder, BRP Chrome Mirrors, Adjustable deflectors, Triaxis handlebars, NVB Pegs, Bad Boy Airhorn... More to come
Mirrors too low for me
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